Manga Recommendations

Both manga have a female lead who ends up in the protection of the older male lead. The female lead is in need of protection because of something to do with their family. Additionally, the male lead happens to go to school with them, either as a student in Kill Ao, or as a custodian in Dengeki Daisy. Also, both manga has an arc where by using a password known by the female lead, the main cast end up going through a futuristic facility that forces them to do a bunch of wacky challenges to reach a goal.

The inspiration for Futaba-kun is Ranma! Written by a woman, it has an entirely different feel from this despite sharing the concept of gender changing teenagers involved in combat sports with a complicated love interest and suitors for all genders of the main character. If you like this for the goofy characters and fun scenarios, you'll love Ranma.

both of these series have a duo that goes through the quest of discovering "what is good/rightousness and what is evil/wicked" very different in asthetics, one is mecha scifi with japanese historical asthetics. while one is in south africa with heavy metal asthetics, both of them fight many others deemed evil/good, while diasporaiser is the protagonist as wicked/evil while in ultimo the protagonist represents the good/rightous of course both series raises the questions of subjective morality and impartiality etc

both protagonists have the power to listen lo lies which leaded them to live lonely lives until they met a super charismatic detective like person who accept them for who they are, although Associate Professor Akira Takatsuki's Conjecture leans more towards the supernatural than Usotoki Rhetoric

-Focuses on cooking -Called to another world/Discovered a way to another world -Different species of people exist in both ( *`^`*) <3

-Called to another world -Failed other-worldly summoning -Focuses on cooking -A little sprinkle of romance too <3

-Both follow a cute romance -Green flag ML who seems a bit red flag at first -Cute FLs -Lovable side characters -Supportive friends Wish you liked this recomendation ( '^')

-Unfortunatly, both are based on a real life case or casses from back in the day -Both manhwas have a unique plot -Lovable side characters -Found family -Shows that trauma is not easily forgetable -GREEN FLAG ML ! Hope you enjoy the read !

-The plot revolves around the church setting at some point -Interesting plot -A lot of superhuman strength in the MCs -The author and artist of Unholy Blood is also the artist of Killer Peter Happy reading :D !

-Both MC/FL try to save someone or multiple people who passed away in their previous life -Both have a medical point of view (although Elise uses alot more mordern knowlege) -Familial bonding or the found familial bonding is wholesome Enjoy reading ( ^^)

Similar humor and atmosphere, both spirited/supernatural with unusual presentation for it

both about emotionally odd authors taking in a cat unexpectedly and learning how to appreciate the cat as a source of comfort and companion

Both are psychological manga, with emphasis on crime. My Dearest Self has an ample of mystery and investigation plot, unlike Blood on the Tracks. Characters are going to prison and there's a trial scene. Both manga show an infighting between a son and an anti-social parent. They share the same cat scene too. The realistic and mental breakdown art is eerily similar to Shuzo Oshimi's artstyle.

just 2 silly little assassins and their shenanigans (๑ > ᴗ < ๑)

both mcs went back in time to prevent tragedies

both stories begin under the premise of going back in time to prevent a series of mysterious murders

they are both about how time flows for long lifespan species and how they interact with the world that surrounds them

both are romances about neighbours, who don't know what each other look like (to begin with), as they gradually build a friendship and begin falling in love

The inspiration on One Piece is very clear but Galaxias it's also refreshing and it has its own identity

Manhwa for the gym rats and fitness enthusiasts with a male PT finding himself in a weak physical body, reinforcing it to be strong. After hard work and correct technique, results pay off. They are able to captivate and motivate others to do the same for a well-built buff body.

Both isekai stories are from the POV of the non-reincarnated character. Where the MC falls for the reincarnated character and it changes their future/how they act. In one story the Prince falls for the reincarnated Villainess and in the other the Villainess falls for a reincarnated knight.

If you enjoyed Shy than Golden Man who takes on superheroes and personal struggles could be a great recommendation for you!

Both center around protagonists who seek to rebuild and strengthen their noble families, leveraging knowledge of finance, strategy and past experiences from regression to navigate political intrigue and gain economic dominance. Both manhwas focus on family legacy, wealth accumulation, and outsmarting rivals in a competitive aristocratic world.

age gap, uke is older, similar aloof uke, straightforward, stone faced and blunt seme

both follow characters in a fantasy setting that are very passionate about eating monsters, despite the dissenting opinions of those around them. both seek to eat monster meat as a solution to a food shortage, but also because they simply like it. there's thematic links on death, keeping someone's memory alive to motivate action, and light comedy throughout

Both mangas fall under the Girls' Love (GL) genre and share a slice of life settings. Futari Escape leans heavily into comedy, focusing on two protagonists who are constantly trying to escape the stresses of daily life. On the other hand, Maitsuki Niwa-tsuki Ooya-tsuki brings a more mature and emotionally grounded approach. While it still maintains a relaxed and adorable atmosphere typical of slice of life.

Both have closed-off, introverted protagonists that are mistaken for males by the other friendly, bubbly protagonists.

Both series are about adventuring through a really weird world, though Sabikui Bisco's is definitely weirder. Rather than having an overarching plot for the series, each arc of both Bisco and HxH is its own story, with only a loose connection to the other arcs. Both stories meander a bit, but you'll enjoy the ride.

Top Dungeon Farmer and Dungeon Reset both revolve around protagonists trapped in dungeons who use unconventional methods to survive, relying on creativity rather than pure combat. Both stories have game-like mechanics, with the heroes exploiting unique systems—They also share a humorous tone, with each protagonist using clever strategies to overcome challenges. Both have pets that they use, cooking and building in both. Also both survive underground!

Also an isekai novel but it does nearly everything better. The best world building, interesting atmosphere, an insane cast with one of the best protagonist and multiple amazing antagonists. If you are capable of reading novels you won’t regret it, it’s the peak of fantasy

I quit go home club is like hipster but better Oregairu. 1. The MC tasked by his beautiful teacher to go on and make friends with loner FMC 2. The MC and FMC early stage approach has been, lets say quite unique like 8man with Yukino. 3. MC and FMC will form a club just both of them to solve people's problem. 4. MC and 8Man oddly dumb enough to self sacrifice to make something works better. What excels this than Oregairu is FMC is miles better than Yukino. FMC doesnt afraid to take action, unlike Yukino which sounds like she always waiting cues from 8Man. FMC is more resolute and to the point rather than Yukino. Also the Plot Twist in this Novel makes it from 8 to 10. I cried on the ending because how beautiful it is. Read the Syosetu one, The Light Novel kinda butchered it out but its still the same.

Both series are about kids on quests in worlds that really aren't friendly to kids. The personalities of the supporting characters are similar levels of weird, though The Elusive Samurai doesn't have any overt speculative fiction elements like HxH does.

"Common guy" MC stumbles into blonde guy's occult business and they end up changing each other's lives. Blonde guy has to face his past while MC grows and finds out stuff about his own family. The two meet quirky people along the way and it's hard to tell at first if they are friends or foes (is the world really so black and white though?) Sankaku mado has heavier elements and is several steps closer to being a BL, but still not quite. Mononokean seems like a silly and chill fantasy at first, but you might end up changing your mind about that halfway. Both made me care about the characters and curious about what they might be doing after the main story ended.

Both are about a "sub species" of humans being oppressed but where as Devils in Devil's line can still be allowed to date and live some what free. Ajin are actively hunted and people are trying to kill them as if they're inhuman monsters. Both also have similar dark gritty vibes

Both manga have the same story that follows the MC trying to find the girl behind the voice and the girl who wore strawberry panties. Although the art were 20 years apart from Heart Tune (it literally is) i think it still holds up with its story and character progression throughout the manga. A major downside for me was this manga have a lot (A LOT) of ecchi scene compared to Heart Tune. But still, i think if you like Mayonaka Heart Tune you'll probably want to check Ichigo 100%

Both explore complex relationships seriously and realistically. It's a lesser focus in Octave but both also show the dark side of industries where girls sell themselves out.

Both mangas have a psychological warfare where the main couple try to get a reaction from the opposite person. Similar to Kaguya-sama, they play a psychological game where they try to get a confession from the other person. It's not strong on the comedy element but the concept is pretty similar and could be called a predecessor of Kaguya-Sama.

Obscure manhuas with good art focusing on sadness and centering non-human protagonists.

Both gorgeous works by Rei Toma and are set in the same world. Whilst they are set in the same world they are entirely separate from one another. The species "Ajin" is carried through both series. The King's beast focuses much more on the Ajins though both series feature them prominently.

Both series revolve around girls who are separated from their homes, leading them to live very different lives, and are sacrificed for their country. Both have love triangles including the main love interest being cold and lacking understanding of love to begin with. Both heroines have pink hair and blue eyes and overall in personality remind me a lot of each other.

Both MCs follow their passion for art.

Whole slice of life about ex-yakuza living a normal life

Ex-yakuza is a good guy at heart and happy working at convenience store

both are fantasy series about a human character becoming a bird through mysterious means. the story follows their interactions with their love interests while they are stuck as a bird (but thankfully, not in a weird way) and plays on the humour of the FL internally criticising or debating the poor decisions of the ML/humans around them, while being unable to say anything outloud. y'know. because they're a bird

Both deal with a male lead who has to impersonate a girl and act as her in his daily life (crossdressing). They do it for the sake of their cherished one. Both are light-hearted, slice-of-life, comedy/romance series.

Both heroines have experienced abuse and are traumatised after losing their children and beloved partners. They then become coupled with supposedly womaniser men who turn out to be very caring and help them heal.

Both show a gradual descent into despair and hopelessness, as their original aspirations are crushed by harsh realities. Both portray the deterioration of mental health, depicting how anxiety, depression, and trauma impact the characters.

In both cases, the main character commits a crime which he tries to hide from many people by using all sorts of subterfuges, while being entangled in the criminal world against his will

My Darling and My Guildmate are both IRL and online game based. There's a ton of misunderstandings and sibling drama. The game world is shown a ton and they both follow their web novels fluently. If you like one you're likely to adore the other though the art style differs the vibes will pull you through!

OMORI and My Broken Mariko are two mature dramas set around a similar tragedy as its premise—how the absence of a loved one drastically affects those who are left behind. There is a very strong and similar feeling sense of grief and how harsh and scary one's life circumstances can be over time, especially when trying to remember better memories of the past. Please read responsibly if you are suffering from and/or are sensitive to depictions of mental illness.

Very similar, except that in Hotchpotch Punch, it's kickboxing, and in Harukanaru Ring, it's pro-wrestling. In both stories, the girls are fascinated by women's martial arts. As rookies in their respective fields, the main characters don't have any particular gift for martial arts but experience growth as they defeat stronger opponents. Besides, there is a certain sexualization, even though Harukanaru Ring was first published in 1992 and Hotchpotch Punch in 2024 - it's still the same recipe with supple, bouncy, comically large breasts. Not only are the girls bodies objectified, their personalities are as well. Tsundere, dandere, kuudere.

Both series have a similar friendship theme. What is the friendship that female lead and male lead have. In Kusunoki-san former MC loners try to be more outgoing, in Yugami-kun the loneliness is discussed differently. Kusunoki-san is more romance / romcom oriented and Yugami-kun more comedy oriented series. While the orientations are different I enjoy them for the character interactions.

Both of these stories have top-tier evil, vindictive, and disgusting parents. There is very graphic material such as sexual assault, domestic violence, emotional manipulation, you name it. You will probably hate reading both, but can’t stop reading them at the same time.

Learn about a traditional and undervalued art form struggling to reach large audiences and its techniques as you read about characters growing into themselves, with the added classic thrill of competition plotlines! The depictions, challenges and solutions involved in the art form are accurate, diverse and interesting. Both storytelling and music are about human communication, how does customer service apply to how you perform, how do you move an audience, style over substance or substance over style? It’s both enjoyable and makes you reflect, whichever of these you prefer when you need a light but engrossing read. Arcs are well structured and executed.

In both stories, the kids are solving cases that might be caused by students or adults, the detective skills on both are kinda amazing (I kinda think some cases are better in DC, but tantei Gakuen Q is kinda good too). In both shows the young detectives are facing evils organizations. If you're interested by watching detective stuff, murder cases and so, those animes are perfect for you, and one of them is still going. I still have to say that you have to read the manga of tantei Gakuen Q. But I think Detective Conan is the gretaest suggestion I can make here Hope you'll go and wathc or read it !!

They're both Rugby focused sports manga in a high school setting. There's some dry humor and fun characters to follow, whilst striving towards the peak of high school rugby.

If you’re a fan of Berserk and looking for something new to dive into, Kubera might just be what you need. While the two stories are quite different in tone and style, they share a love for complex narratives and deep, thought-provoking themes that keep you hooked. Berserk is renowned for its dark and gritty exploration of human suffering, fate, and the eternal battle between good and evil. It doesn’t shy away from showing the harsh realities of its world, where every victory feels hard-earned and often comes at a high cost. Kubera, on the other hand, offers a more fantastical journey but with its own brand of intensity. It’s set in a universe filled with gods, magic, and multiple realms, and it digs deep into themes like destiny, power, and the nature of existence. While it might not be as graphically violent, Kubera balances its darker moments with humor and philosophical insights, making for a rich and layered experience. Both stories excel in world-building. Berserk pulls you into its medieval nightmare, where every corner hides a new horror. Meanwhile, Kubera gives you an expansive, multi-layered universe that’s brimming with mythological intrigue and a complex system of powers. The characters in Kubera, much like in Berserk, are deeply developed and often shaped by their struggles. Whether it’s the relentless Guts or the determined Kubera Leez, both series give you protagonists you can root for as they face overwhelming odds. And let’s not forget the art. Berserk is famous for its stunning, detailed, and often brutal artwork. Kubera might start off simpler, but it evolves beautifully over time, capturing the epic scope and emotional depth of the story. So, if you’re into Berserk’s intense storytelling and richly developed world, Kubera offers a different but equally compelling adventure that’s well worth your time.

While the overall tone is different (delinquents in T卍R vs art club here), both stories are about a hero who time-leaps after learning the death of an old friend in order to save them.

Both are thrillers were the MC time-leaps back to school days to save a childhood friend.

Same premise about having a male protagonist that is virgin while his love interest has more sexual experience but havent had the chance to get an stable loving relationship, at least until the two get together.

A very silly and wholesome harem where the author commits to the same idea as Hyakkano. The only major difference is the fact that all girls are old childhood friends of the MC. Oh, and they are technically the same person too.

The story is almost similar, the FL is shunned and bullied by her family due to the situation at home since childhood, and becomes the wife of the ML. The FL both have supernatural powers. I felt the same pleasure when reading this manga.

Story that involves a MC that is swept into a mistery against is will, but soon he takes on the role of the Hero to try and figure out eveyrthing that's going on with whats happening, with new twists and information constantly appearing. Set of characters that increases little by little, with the Hero's "Squad" increasing as the chapters go on, with previous villains becoming part of it as well. Main BBG that is a psychopathic evil guy with misterious intentions. Also has a female deuteragonist of sorts that has balls, fights against the system and is smart, although reckless.

Story that involves a MC that is swept into a mistery against is will, but soon he takes on the role of the Hero to try and figure out eveyrthing that's going on with whats happening, with new twists and information constantly appearing. Set of characters that increases little by little, with the Hero's "Squad" increasing as the chapters go on, with previous villains becoming part of it as well. Main BBG that is a psychopathic evil guy with misterious intentions. Also has a female deuteragonist of sorts that has balls, fights against the system and is smart, although reckless.

both series are about the relationship between a superfan and her oshi, so have a similar vibe and themes! technically both have personality-switching too, but approached in different ways

The journey of an immortal being that changes along the way

Similar to Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint, SSS-Class Revival Hunter has amazing writing.The MC is not the only important character in both series and you can see similarities between both MC's at times. Both have stunning art and beautiful action sequences. For both, I would recommend the novel versions due to both being completed and being masterpieces but the manhwa adaptations do really well too.

MC is student. Yakuza couple. Simple plot, but great chemistry between main characters. Yakuza lover have lot the smut scenes, unlike Boss Bride Days.

Both MC were kicked out from a hero’s party for being useless but in fact they were the one giving the hero buffs and debuff to the enemy but their egos couldn’t accept the fact. Both MC are support mage but can do others roles as well, they can even teach and fine small detail in battles also can come up with new/create magic.

I usually compare this work to Berserk in that it is brutal with the deaths and merciless with those who fall into the hands of the goblins. The point that differs from Berserk is that even with these brutalities, the work continues with a less heavy and happier (?) atmosphere, so to speak. =====================Versão em Português==================== Eu costumo comparar essa obra com Berserk no ponto de ser brutal com as mortes e impiedoso com os que caem nas mãos dos goblins, o ponto que diverge de Berserk é que mesmo com essas brutalidades a obra segue com um clima menos pesado e mais feliz (?) por assim dizer.

Both manga feature a girl supernaturally splitting into several versions based on aspects of the original's personality. Both manga are also rom-coms where main characters start dating by the second chapter.

Similarities - War between two fictional countries - Shows the brutality of war (not as NSFW/war crimey as FM:DL&DS) Differences - MC isn't a reporter, but part of a squad called, "Jackals" - Uses power armor/exo-suits

Popular type girl falls for someone after they are seeing them dressed edgy outside of school.

Similar love triangle but flipped gender. Popular type vs quiet type both fall for the main character. Shy type was closer to the main character first. Popular type is also hard working. Rivalry is complex because of friendship.

both are mystery series set in the Showa era.

They are both manga involving arranged marriages set in historical settings though Happy Marriage has some fantasy elements.

There is nothing truly similar to TPN in my personal experience, but the thinking and planning involved with the characters combined with tragic death and high stakes makes both of these enticing reads!

High school debut where characters tried to change to be more outlooking. I really like character interactions in both series, they discuss things over phone calls and hang out a lot. Both are fun read thus far.

If you like one piece for the adventure, fun times, cool characters and friends made along the way then Galaxias is right up your alley, it's only got a few chapters right now so read it before it gets uber popular, the characters are fantastic and the story of galaxias seems great thus far

HGSN is the cuter more innocent cousin of MADK. if you need a pallet cleanser while still keeping the psychological horror element this is it. the MCs are so interesting and you will love them both despite everything

I know this is a light novel, but I actually read this before reading Berserk and it really gave me that sense of love for dark fantasy that I would also have for Berserk today. If you’re looking for a world similar to Berserk: gruesome, cruel, and very well built and written, Torture Princess is the light novel for you! Although the plot is very different from Berserk, it follows the journey of a male MC who has a very traumatic and violent childhood as Guts also did, navigating a violent and gruesome dark fantasy world completely foreign to him (isekai’d from Japan). There is magic, wars, gruesome monsters beyond imagination, knights, church systems that control the world, and many more that are similar to the worldbuilding of Berserk. If you want a story with the same dark fantasy and cruel vibe as Berserk, give this a read!

Both dark and psychological series Also have themes about human nature and ethics

Just think of Fran as a bit of a more... dark and twisted version of Lala

Both series offer unique experiences within the supernatural genre, with Chainsaw Man providing a darker, more intense narrative and Dandadan delivering a lighter, more comedic take on the paranormal. Fans of each series may appreciate the contrasting approaches to storytelling and thematic exploration.

pink haired girl who switches from cute innocent girl to badass chick and the main guy who likes her doesn't fight but just sits back while the girls do the fighting. and the guy is surrounded by many girls and there are tug of wars when it comes to affections. also there are ecchi situations though elfen lied has nudity while rosario has panty shots

I wouldn't recommend the Kanojo manga due to it being terribly raunchy (please avoid this series) however if i may make a comparison to Elfen Lied, Chitose is like mild, non violent, tad happier version of flash back Lucy. like Lucy she's cold and unfriendly and brooding. both are cold and unfriendly for their respective reasons. Lucy due to trauma and abuse while the Chitose due to stress from having to balance her family being in a bad financial state+having a pregnant sister. like Lucy, Chitose is cold to the boy yet softens up eventually except lucy more than Chitose. Chitose also compares to Lucy in Nyuu mode due to inappropriate touching except one out of dirty intent while the other out of innocent childlike curiosity and exploration. on the flip side, Chitose can also compare to Yuka being that she is sorta jealous of the other girls getting inappropriately close to the main guy. also both yuka and chitose wear striped panties chitose more than yuka (in fact yuka only wears the striped panties in the anime and kanojo doesnt have an anime) both Nyuu and yuka compare to Chitose because of the romance and both series feature the main guy living in some kind of home where all sorts of girls including the main girl on each story make some point or another to live there with the boy. (romantic love interest lives with each respective guy) chitose lives with the main guy throughout kanojo like nyuu and yuka lives with kouta throughout elfenlied but in both scenarios the girls add up. ecchi moments and comedic moments happen. both elfen lied and kanojo has alot of nudity except one is used for typical ecchi fanservice while the other is used for psychological and cruel reasons . elfen lied is dark while Kanojo is slice of life . elfen lied is slightly more cleaner on the ecchi department (albeit slightly) yet very violent gory and sad. yet kanojo is more light hearted and more comedic and void of any blood and gore yet awfully ecchi. both of them are controversial in their own manner. both of them have their ways of being disturbing.

I wouldn't recommend the kanojo manga due to how dirty it is, but i'll give my 2 cents of comparison here. it compares to Love hina. basically main guy has an ecchi first encounter with main girl, main girl is mean to the main guy and scolds him for pervertedness except the guy in kanojo is a pervert while the guy in love hina doesn't mean to be a pervert. both girls are tsundere yet the one in kanojo is a pervert and the one in love hina is not..many awkward ecchi moments happen. one of the main love interests manages the main dwelling: kanojo being the main girl managing an apartment, love hina being the main guy managing a dorm both with similarly wild results throughout each respective manga. in both mangas, the respective guy is surrounded by girls in each of their respective dwellings and crazy shennanigans ensue. except love hina is a tad more tasteful where as kanojo is a tad more raunchy but they both have their share of ecchi moments.

VRMMORPG genderbend story, features a main character with a unique class/playstyle, greater overarching mystery in the real world, emphasis on friendship between characters.

VRMMORPG genderbend story, features pursuit of a goal to the top of the ranks of the game, feature unique class playstyles, and emphasis on friendship between characters.

Both Messed up Psychological and body horrors

Vagabond and Vinland Saga both explore themes of struggle and personal growth, set against rich historical backdrops. Vagabond excels with its introspective narrative and detailed, fluid artwork by Takehiko Inoue. Vinland Saga combines dynamic action with historical epic storytelling, featuring detailed Viking-era settings by Makoto Yukimura. While Vagabond focuses on philosophical depth and character introspection, Vinland Saga offers a blend of personal and historical drama with a more action-oriented pace. Each manga shines in its own style and thematic focus.

both follow the relationship between a young human and their golem caretaker. the golem character shows an unnatural fondness for their ward that is not common amongst their kind and uses their abilities to protect them from others that would wish them harm, while the human sees the golem as a friend, guardian, and pseudo-parent.

both are psychological manga’s with romantic elements. technically they both contain murder and a down bad guy. if you liked one you’d probably like the other :)

Both are shota x oneesan fantasy mangas with great art and romantic subtext.

Both are character centric manga that delve very specifically into gender identity and would both be classified as boylove manga. They both follow psychologically damaged characters. Each series treats transsexuality in a more serious and realistic tone, especially in regard to fears in transitioning, and have somewhat bitter, ambiguous endings.

Both mangas deal with very unique, even if slightly jarring to the reader, queer experiences. A lot of aspects in both can be related to by a reader or sympathized with, and it's important to understand these experiences safely so that we can better interact with the world - these stories are a fantastic way to do so.

Very similar story of an older woman who's a bit of a mess and is forced to live with an antagonistic guy because of reasons then romance slowly grows. Both mangakas are very good with comic reactions so it's a fun read. If you like Hotaru no Hikari you'll definitely like Dame na Watashi.

A lot of manga are set in high school, so it can be difficult to create a work that truly stands out from the rest. In my opinion, Kuzushiro and Misaki Takamatsu are the ones who truly manage to do that. Both manga have got such a lovable cast with each character feeling so incredibly real and genuine, battling each with their own humane struggles. There’s never any unnecessary drama, and when they do deal with more serious issues, it’s always communicated very thoroughly. Not a single character feels dense and cliched but are rather very perceptive and talk things through, like real people. Not even to mention the best part: their very wholesome take on female friendships (and maybe even more than that at times). There’s no jealousy, no fighting and no talking behind someone’s back unless it’s for a good reason and to make characters feel more fleshed out. If you like one, you’re sure to fall in love with the other one as well.

Both of the mangas explore the lives of retired hitmen, whose line of work won't let them retire in peace and drag them back to the lives that they had forsaken.

Both are over-the-top gory hentai and mainly stem from the mangaka asking themselves "How messed up can I make this?". Additionally, both are somewhat disturbing for the sheer 'creativity' of the violence.